Hidradenitis Suppurativa
Hidradenitis Suppurativa: How This Skin Disorder Is Linked to Leaky Gut Syndrome Hidradenitis Suppurativa, also known as HS, is a chronic skin condition that affects millions of people around the world. It usually appears in areas of the body where sweat glands are located, such as the armpits, groin, and buttocks. This condition is characterized […]
Guillain-Barre Syndrome
Guillain-Barre Syndrome: How This Nerve Disorder Is Linked to Leaky Gut Syndrome Guillain-Barre Syndrome (GBS) is a rare autoimmune disease that affects the peripheral nervous system, causing weakness, tingling, and paralysis. The immune system of the body mistakenly attacks the peripheral nervous system. The peripheral nervous system consists of nerves that transmit information from the […]
Interstitial Cystitis
Interstitial Cystitis: How This Bladder Disorder Is Linked to Leaky Gut Syndrome Interstitial cystitis, also known as bladder pain syndrome, is a chronic condition that affects the bladder wall. It causes discomfort, pressure, tenderness, or pain in the bladder, lower abdomen, and pelvic area. The symptoms can be constant or come and go, making it […]
Lichen Sclerosus
Lichen Sclerosus Lichen Sclerosus is a rare autoimmune condition that causes patchy, white skin that’s thinner than usual. It usually affects the skin around the private areas, but it can also occur on other parts of the body. It can cause itching, pain, bleeding, and scarring. An autoimmune disease is a condition where the immune […]
Mast Cell Activation Syndrome (MCAS)
Understanding Mast Cell Activation Syndrome (MCAS) – Your Ultimate Guide What is MCAS? Mast Cell Activation Syndrome (MCAS) is a complex and relatively newly recognized medical condition that involves abnormal activation and degranulation (release of substances) of mast cells. Mast cells are immune system cells found throughout the body, especially in tissues that come into […]
Mixed Connective Tissue Disease (MCTD)
Navigating Mixed Connective Tissue Disease (MCTD) at Gundry Health Mixed Connective Tissue Disease (MCTD) is a multifaceted autoimmune condition that intertwines symptoms from various diseases. It’s a complex landscape that requires specialized care, a type of care that we at Gundry Health are committed to providing. Understanding MCTD Symptoms MCTD is an autoimmune disease, which […]
Myasthenia Gravis
Unveiling Myasthenia Gravis: A Comprehensive Guide by Gundry Health Myasthenia gravis (MG) is a chronic autoimmune neuromuscular disease that causes muscle weakness and fatigue. It is caused by an abnormal immune response that attacks the acetylcholine receptor (AChR) or other components of the neuromuscular junction. The hallmark of MG is muscle weakness that worsens after […]
Narcolepsy
Navigating Narcolepsy: A Comprehensive Guide by Gundry Health Narcolepsy is a long-term neurological disorder that affects the brain’s ability to control sleep-wake cycles. Narcolepsy typically involves excessive daytime sleepiness, sudden loss of muscle tone (cataplexy), and disturbed nighttime sleep. People with narcolepsy may feel rested after waking, but then feel very sleepy throughout much of […]
PANDAS and PANS
Understanding PANDAS and PANS: A Comprehensive Guide by Gundry Health Pediatric Autoimmune Neuropsychiatric Disorder Associated with Streptococcus (PANDAS) and Pediatric Acute-onset Neuropsychiatric Syndrome (PANS) are two clinical diagnoses given to children who have a sudden onset of neuropsychiatric symptoms, including obsessions/compulsions, food restriction, tics, and other abnormal movements, following an infection or other inflammatory reaction. […]
PCOS
Polycystic Ovary Syndrome – PCOS: A Comprehensive Overview by Gundry Health Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS) stands as the most prevalent endocrine disorder affecting females. It significantly contributes to menstrual irregularities and reproductive age infertility. The development of PCOS is deeply influenced by genetic and hormonal factors. In this disorder, a reduced level of progesterone prompts […]
